Explore Scientific ED APO 102mm f/7 FCD-1 Alu 2" R&P Focuser

Explore Scientific ED APO 102mm f/7 FCD-1 Alu 2" R&P Focuser

Description:
The Explore Scientific ED APO 102mm f/7 FCD-1 is a high-quality apochromatic refractor designed for both astrophotography and visual use. Featuring Hoya FCD-1 ED glass, it delivers well-corrected, high-contrast images far superior to standard achromatic or doublet systems.

The 2" rack and pinion focuser with 1:10 micro-reduction ensures precise focusing, even with heavy accessories. The aluminium tube weighs 4.9 kg and includes a Vixen-style dovetail bar, a 2" mirror diagonal with 99% reflectivity, a 2" to 1.25" adapter, and a mounting handle suitable for camera support.

With its 714 mm focal length and f/7 ratio, this refractor offers a balance between resolution and field of view, making it suitable for deep-sky imaging, as well as high-quality lunar and planetary observation.

Technical specifications:

• Optical design: ED apochromatic triplet refractor

• Glass: Hoya FCD-1

• Aperture: 102 mm

• Focal length: 714 mm

• F-ratio: f/7

• Resolution: 1.3"

• Max recommended magnification: 200x

• Optical coating: EMD multilayer

• Focuser: 2" rack & pinion with 1:10 reduction

• Tube material: aluminium

• Tube length: 630 mm

• Width: 154 mm

• Height: 112 mm

• Tube diameter: 104 mm

• Weight (tube only): 4.9 kg

• Dovetail: Vixen-style

• Included adapters: 2" to 1.25"

• Diagonal: 2" mirror, 99% reflectivity

• Handle with camera slot: included

• Dust caps: included front and rear

• Backfocus: not specified

• Rear thread: not specified

Additional information:
Delivered with OTA, 2" diagonal, 2" to 1.25" adapter, dust caps, dovetail bar, and handle with camera slot. Manufacturer warranty: 10 years under Explore Scientific conditions.